Nutrena 22% Protein Silkie & Ornamental Layer Feed receives high praise for its clean, uniform crumbles and high protein content, making it ideal for bantams and ornamental chickens. Most users report their chickens enjoy the feed, and it helps maintain overall health and egg productivity.
Feeding to chickens who have picky eating habits may not meet their nutritional needs and may result in poor condition
The feed is uniformly pelletized and clean, with small rounds pellets that are less messy and easier to consume?
The 22% protein content is a significant advantage for ornamental breeds.
The crumbles are small and round, making them easy for chickens to eat.
The feed design reduces waste significantly compared to other crumbles.
Higher protein content is believed to increase egg productivity.
Some chickens refuse to eat the feed.
A long lasting feed might be difficult to gauge.
Some customers find the nutrients more concentrated
Tip: Reserved Mixing
Some customers find the nutrients more flavorless.
Tip: Mixing with scratch food
Factors: storage conditions, poultry acceptance
No, it is specifically designed for small poultry breeds like bantams and ornamental chickens.
Yes, the higher protein content is believed to improve egg production in chickens.
No, it is not labeled as an organic feed.
It has a higher protein content (22% vs 16%) and is in a smaller, uniform crumble size, reducing waste and mess.
This feed is recommended for those with small poultry, particularly bantams and ornamental breeds, due to its high protein content, uniformity, and positive impact on chicken health and egg productivity.
Farmers and hens alike adore. Customers praise its quality.
High-quality, sustainable poultry feed loved by chickens.
Exceptionally high-quality feed loved by chickens and owners alike.
Good quality feed with mixed opinions on size and dust.
Good quality oyster shell, effective but mixed size pieces
More powder than food, not preferred by the reviewer.